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News18
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sonu Nigam On Pardesiya From Param Sundari: ‘A Good Song Always Comes My Way'
Last Updated: Sonu Nigam calls it 'good fortune' to be part of the romantic ballad Pardesiya, the soulful new track from Param Sundari. Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor's romantic drama Param Sundari is gearing up to impress audiences with a new-age love story. But before its theatrical release, the heartfelt love ballad Pardesiya has already struck a chord with listeners. Featuring the soothing vocals of Sonu Nigam, the song has become a fan favourite, and the chemistry between Sidharth and Janhvi added to its emotional depth. Composed by Sachin–Jigar and penned by lyricist Amitabh Bhattacharya, Pardesiya dives deep into themes of longing and unspoken love. Sonu Nigam, who has a legacy of delivering iconic romantic tracks, sat down for an interview with an entertainment media portal and called it 'good fortune' that Pardesiya came to him. 'It's a matter of good fortune that Pardesiya came to me. I've been working hard on my craft, and that's why the universe is opening up beautiful opportunities for me," Sonu said in an interview with Zoom. The singer, known for hits like Mere Dholna from Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Papa Meri Jaan from Animal, added that Pardesiya continues his streak and is getting so much love. Sachin-Jigar's Magical Composition Sonu Nigam shared that Sachin-Jigar loved him from his early years. Despite having worked less with the composers, the singer said every collaboration has been memorable, and whatever they have done has left a mark, be it in any language. 'When they sent me the song, I realised it was a special one. The whole atmosphere while working was very beautiful and respectful. Sachin-Jigar are lovely souls with great camaraderie. I saw very positive interactions between two partners. There was no conflict. And they loved me from an early age, I would say from their childhood, when they were assistants to Rajesh Roshan ji many years back. So the song has shaped really well," he shared. Sonu, who has been part of the industry for over three decades and has contributed to hundreds of iconic songs, now prefers to focus on quality projects over quantity. At this juncture of his career, the 52-year-old explained how he picks a song today. 'I don't sing for just anybody. But because of my bonding with so many companies, artists and composers, it's sometimes difficult to say no to them, even when you see the project might not be of the highest order," he admitted. Sonu, however, feels lucky that good offers come to him, and hence he rarely has to make a choice. 'A good song is a good song, and thankfully people come to me when they have something good in hand and they value my contribution. I don't get average songs anyway, so I don't have to make an effort to choose too much. Good songs come my way," he concluded. What's Next for Sonu? Apart from Pardesiya, Sonu also released his new single Kahani Meri on his birthday (July 30). Up next, he will embark on the Satrangi Re India Tour, a seven-city musical journey that will bring him closer to fans across the country. Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor's Param Sundari Directed by Tushar Jalota, well-known for his work in Dasvi, Param Sundari is a heartfelt cross-cultural story about a North Indian boy and a South Indian girl. What happens after two different worlds come together forms the further narrative. The upcoming poignant drama promises fans to bring a new-age love story to the big screen. What's even more exciting is the fresh on-screen pairing of Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor in Param Sundari. Produced by Maddock Films, the romantic drama is all set to tuck into your hearts on August 29. First Published: August 12, 2025, 11:12 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
A Hometown Star Returns: Parvathi Meenakshi's Magical Concert Wows Nagpur
1 2 3 4 Nagpur: It was an evening soaked in music, memories, and magic as Parvathi Meenakshi, the young singing sensation who rose to national fame through TV show 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa', made her much-awaited public performance debut in her hometown of Nagpur. Hosted by the Nagpur Cultural Society (NCS), the concert was held at a new venue, a hall at Airport South Metro Station in the city. The moment that melted every heart in the auditorium came when Dr Ajay Sood, ophthalmologist and accomplished singer himself, invited veteran music guru Unnikrishnan Nair on stage during a brief interlude. Nair, under whose tutelage Parvathi trained since she was just 8, was visibly emotional. "To see the little girl who once shyly sang in front of me now performing on national platforms, in movies, and in front of global audiences, it's a proud moment," he said. Reminiscing about their early days, Nair recalled a special duet they once performed, 'Jab Deep Jale Aana'. The audience spontaneously requested an encore. What followed was pure magic: Nair began with his signature Yesudas-style rendition, and Parvathi joined in halfway, her voice brimming with maturity and soul. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo The auditorium fell into a collective hush before erupting into applause. Veteran music arranger Pankaj Singh, who has been a steady presence in Parvathi's musical journey, was felicitated for his decades-long contribution to Nagpur's music scene. The concert resumed with Parvathi in her full element — radiant, confident, and vocally flawless. A soulful rendition of 'O Sajna Barkha Bahar Aayi', was followed by a spirited 'Barso Re Megha Megha', with every note punctuated by thunderous applause. But it was her rendition of 'Mere Dholna' — in three different styles — that brought the house down. Dignitaries including divisional commissioner Vijayalakshmi Bidari, Nagpur Cultural Society president Rina Sinha, and renowned psychiatrist Dr Sudhir Bhave, along with scores of elite cultural connoisseurs, were present. Nagpur: It was an evening soaked in music, memories, and magic as Parvathi Meenakshi, the young singing sensation who rose to national fame through TV show 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa', made her much-awaited public performance debut in her hometown of Nagpur. Hosted by the Nagpur Cultural Society (NCS), the concert was held at a new venue, a hall at Airport South Metro Station in the city. The moment that melted every heart in the auditorium came when Dr Ajay Sood, ophthalmologist and accomplished singer himself, invited veteran music guru Unnikrishnan Nair on stage during a brief interlude. Nair, under whose tutelage Parvathi trained since she was just 8, was visibly emotional. "To see the little girl who once shyly sang in front of me now performing on national platforms, in movies, and in front of global audiences, it's a proud moment," he said. Reminiscing about their early days, Nair recalled a special duet they once performed, 'Jab Deep Jale Aana'. The audience spontaneously requested an encore. What followed was pure magic: Nair began with his signature Yesudas-style rendition, and Parvathi joined in halfway, her voice brimming with maturity and soul. The auditorium fell into a collective hush before erupting into applause. Veteran music arranger Pankaj Singh, who has been a steady presence in Parvathi's musical journey, was felicitated for his decades-long contribution to Nagpur's music scene. The concert resumed with Parvathi in her full element — radiant, confident, and vocally flawless. A soulful rendition of 'O Sajna Barkha Bahar Aayi', was followed by a spirited 'Barso Re Megha Megha', with every note punctuated by thunderous applause. But it was her rendition of 'Mere Dholna' — in three different styles — that brought the house down. Dignitaries including divisional commissioner Vijayalakshmi Bidari, Nagpur Cultural Society president Rina Sinha, and renowned psychiatrist Dr Sudhir Bhave, along with scores of elite cultural connoisseurs, were present.
Hindustan Times
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sonu Nigam faces police complaint from Pro-Kannada group over Pahalgam remarks
A Pro-Kannada organisation filed a police complaint against Sonu Nigam for hurting the sentiments of the Kannadiga community after the singer allegedly made comments linking a Kannada fan's request with the terror attack which took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. The President of the Bengaluru city district of the Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (KRV), lodged the complaint against the renowned singer claiming that his comments had incited hatred against linguistic communities in Karnataka and could provoke violence. Also Read: Sonu Nigam shares video as he writhes in pain ahead of Pune show, calls it 'one of the most difficult days of my life' The complaint comes after a video of the singer emerged on social media from a musical event held on April 25-26 at East Point College of Engineering and Technology, Virgonagar, Bengaluru. Sonu Nigam was seen saying in the video, that a fan had 'threatened' him to sing in Kannada and linked such behaviour to the Pahalgam terror attack which took place on April 22. Nigam said, 'Mujhe accha nahi laga ki waha ek ladka jiski umar, jitni uske umar nahi hogi use pehle toh main Kannada gaane garaha hoon (I didn't like the boy whose age, I have been singing Kannada songs before he was born).' Also Read: Sonu Nigam cries while singing Mere Dholna on stage, asks for forgiveness from fans later: 'Hyper emotional ho jata hu' He added, "Yahi kaaran hai, Pahalgam mein jo hua hai na? Yahi kaaran hai jo karrahe ho, jo kiya tha na abhi? Dekho toh kaun saamne khada hai. (This is the reason for what happened in Pahalgam. This is the reason, what you did just now. Look at who is standing in front of you)." While the singer also affirmed that he loved Kannadigas and the Kannada language, his comments about the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam stoked controversy. The terrorist attack in Pahalgam, led to the loss of 26 civilians, mostly tourists, in Jammu and Kashmir, causing outrage and grief across the nation. The incident has also caused relations between India and Pakistan to sour due to suspected cross-border terrorism.
